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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: KC-8590TTV
COPYRIGHT © 2019 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
8 GALLON TOOL TRIGGERED
WET/DRY VACUUM
WARRANTY INFORMATION
2-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS TOOL TRIGGERED WET/DRY VACUUM
KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
INTENDED FOR NON COMMERCIAL USE
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for this product are available at our authorized King Canada service centres across Canada. Please use the 10 digit
part numbers listed in this manual for all part orders where applicable.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. King Canada warrants to the
original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from
defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, negligence
or accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service centre, alterations and lack of maintenance. King Canada shall in no event be
liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this limited warranty, return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purchase to an
authorized King Canada service centre. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an updated listing of our
authorized service centres. In cooperation with our authorized service centre, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if
any part or parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the
warranty period.
NOTE TO USER
This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only. Specifications and references are subject to change without prior notice.
KING CANADA INC. DORVAL, QUÉBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4
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1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the
tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific
potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the floor
is clean and not slippery.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding
work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the proper
speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye-glasses
only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Fol-
low instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store materials
such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes to a
complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL TRIGGEREDWET/DRY
VACUUM
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing
how your vacuum works. Read and understand the following safety
rules before operating.
1. For your own safety, read the entire instruction manual before
operating this vacuum.
2. Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application,
use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. Where
appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves and
workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece
fragments. The safety glasses must be capable of protecting
against flying particles generated by the various operations.
3. Operate the vacuum cleaner only using grounded outlets that are
according to regulations.
4. Only use undamaged power cords and regularly check condition of
extension cords.
5. When wet vacuuming, operate the vacuum cleaner only when the
container is level, otherwise there is danger of electric shock from
water penetrating into the vacuum cleaner’s motor.
6. Do NOT expose to rain, this vacuum must be stored indoors.
7. Do not handle the electrical plug or vacuum with wet hands.
8. Never use this vacuum with any opening blocked, keep opening free
of dust, hair, lint or anything that will restrict air flow.
9. Never vacuum anything that is on fire, burning or smoking such as
matches, cigarettes or hot ashes. Never vacuum flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline, electrical devices could
produce sparks which can cause a fire or explosion! Never vacuum
toxic or hazardous materials.
10. Never use this vacuum without dust bag and/or filters installed.
11. Never vacuum coal ash, cement or drywall dust without the HEPA
filter and dust bag installed and water is placed in the reservoir
(3 stage filtration) or you could damage the motor or the material
could be exhausted back into the air. The replacement HEPA and
High Efficiency filters and accessories are available and are listed
in the parts list.
GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY RULES
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 8 GALLON
TOOL TRIGGERED WET/DRY VACUUM
Getting to know your
Tool Triggered Vacuum
1) Caster wheels (2)
2) Wet vacuuming hose inlet
3) Flexible hose (6 ft. x 1-1/4”)
4) Extendable wand
5) Power cord wrap posts
6) Pivot handle
7) 8 Gallon tank
8) 10” Floor sweep
9) Variable speed dial
10) Air outlet/Blower
11) On/Off switch
12) 120V Power tool synchro plug
13) Inlet cover
14) Clear inlet cover
15) 1/4” NPT air tool synchro
air inlet/outlet
16) Dry vacuuming 3 stage filtration
hose inlet
MODEL KC-8590TTV
Peak HP 6
Tank Capacity 8 Gallon (30L)
Air Suction Capacity with 6ft Hose 53 CFM
Air Suction Capacity at Air Outlet/Blower 111 CFM
Vacuum Pressure (inches of water) 68.3”
Power Cord Length 12 ft.
Peak Air Watts 426
Noise level 78 dB
Motor 10 Amp.
Voltage 110V, 1 phase, 60 Hz
Assembled dimensions (LxWxH)/weight 23” x 13-1/2” x 35” / 29.5 lbs
Package dimensions (LxWxH)/weight 23-3/4” x 15” x 23” / 35 lbs
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING!
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE MACHINE DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING: YOUR TOOL TRIGGERED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE
CONNECTED TO A 110V-120V, 15-AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE
TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN INJURY FROM SHOCK OR
FIRE.
GROUNDING
This Tool Triggered Wet/Dry Vacuum must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current, to reduce the risk of electric shock. This Tool Triggered
Wet/Dry Vacuum is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
Your Tool Triggered Wet/Dry Vacuum must be properly grounded. Not all
outlets are properly grounded. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly
grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPER GROUNDING OF YOUR TOOL TRIG-
GERED WET/DRY VACUUM, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE
GROUNDING PRONG IN ANY MANNER.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS TOOL TRIGGERED
WET/DRY VACUUM CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY
WHEN USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE
POWER CORD IS WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT
REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
110V-120V OPERATION
As received from the factory, your Tool Triggered Wet/Dry Vacuum is ready
to run for 110V-120V operation. This Tool Triggered Wet/Dry Vacuum is
intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug which looks like
the one illustrated in Fig.1.
WARNING: DO NOT USE A TWO-PRONG ADAPTOR FOR THEY ARE
NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. NEVER
USE IN CANADA.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the
chart in Fig.2 to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G-American Wire
Gauge) extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have
3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s
plug.
For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the wire size
must be increased proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the
Tool Triggered Wet/Dry Vacuum motor. Refer to Fig.2 for wire length and
size.
120V TOOL TRIGGERED FUNCTION
The 120V power tool synchro plug (A) Fig.3 function allows the connected
power tool to turn on vacuum when power tool is activated.
WARNING! The maximum permissible power tool amperage is 5A.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET
CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS
GROUNDING PRONG
Tool’s
Amperage
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
25 50 100 150
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
14 12 - -
FIGURE 3
ASSEMBLY
WARNING! TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR
DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE, BEFORE ASSEMBLING MAKE SURE THE
MACHINE IS TURNED OFF AND THE PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO A
POWER SOURCE. DO NOT TURN ON OR PLUG IN THE MACHINE UNTIL
INSTRUCTED TO DO SO AFTER ALL ASSEMBLY STEPS IN THIS MANUAL
HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.
Assembly
INSTALLING THE CORRECT FILTER AND/OR DUST BAG FOR THE
APPLICATION
Before every operation, it is important to determine the desired cleaning
application, WET or 3 STAGE DRY filtration vacuuming. Each cleaning
application requires different accessories to be installed, and the hose needs to
be connected to the appropriate inlet (front inlet = Wet / Top inlet = 3 Stage Dry
Filtration).
WHEN VACUUMING DRY MATERIALS (3 STAGE DRY FILTRATION)
To ensure proper filtration of fine or drywall dust, set up the vacuum for
3 stage dry filtration as described below.
STAGE 1- Dust bag
1. The cloth dust bag (A) Fig.4 must be installed to the clear cover (B) on the top
of the vacuum as shown. If the dust bag is not installed, push clear cover latch
(C) Fig.4 and remove clear cover.
2. Install the dust bag (A) Fig.5 to the clear cover (B), place sections A together,
lock dust bag using the spring latch (C). Reinstall clear cover.
STAGE 2- Water filtration
3. Unlatch the cover/motor assembly latches (A) Fig.6 on both sides of the tank.
Lift and place the cover/motor assembly on its side.
4. Fill the tank (A) Fig.7 with water, do not fill it past the maximum “Water level”
marking (B) as shown.
FIGURE4
FIGURE5
FIGURE6
FIGURE7
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE8
FIGURE9
FIGURE10
WHEN VACUUMING DRY MATERIALS (3 STAGE DRY FILTRATION)
continued...
STAGE 3- HEPA Filter or High Efficiency Filter
5. For dry vacuuming of drywall or cement dust, make sure the HEPA filter (A)
Fig.8 is installed as shown. The HEPA filter material is green. If the incorrect
filter is installed, simply pull it out and slide the HEPA filter into place until it is
secured to the housing as shown.
For normal dust vacuuming, install the High Efficiency filter instead. The High Effi-
ciency filter material is a light red.
6. Reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly to the tank with both cover
latches.
7. For all 3 stage dry filtration operations, the flexible hose (A) Fig.9 MUST be
installed to the top inlet (B) located on top of the clear cover (C). Remove inlet
cover (D) and reinstall it in the front inlet. Insert the flexible hose (A) into the
top inlet (B) and turn it clockwise until it locks.
The vacuum is now ready for 3 STAGE DRY FILTRATION.
WHEN VACUUMING WET MATERIALS (FOAMFILTER)
1. For vacuuming wet materials, and to ensure proper filtration, the black foam
filter (A) Fig.10 must be installed. Unlatch the cover/motor assembly latches (A)
Fig.6 on both sides of the tank. Lift and place the cover/motor assembly on its
side, slide the foam filter (A) Fig.10 into the housing as shown.
2. Reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly to the tank with both cover
latches.
3. For all wet filtration operations, the flexible hose (A) Fig.11 MUST be installed
to the front inlet (B) located on the front of the vacuum. Remove inlet cover (C)
and reinstall it in the top inlet. Insert the flexible hose (A) into the front inlet (B)
and turn it clockwise until it locks.
Note: Before vacuuming wet materials, make sure there is no water inside the
tank. When finished vacuuming wet materials, empty and clean tank.
FIGURE11
HOSE, WAND AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY
Note: At this point, the flexible hose has already been installed into the
appropriate inlet (front for Wet materials, or top for 3 Stage Dry Filtration) and the
inlet cover has been installed in the inlet which is not being used.
1. Slide the end of the hose (A) Fig.12 into the extension wand (B) as shown.
2. Attach either the floor sweep (C) Fig.12, crevice tool or brush tool to the other
end of the extension wand (B).
3. The extension wand does not need to be used, the floor sweep, crevice tool or
brush tool can also be installed to the end of the flexible hose.
OPERATION
TURNING THE VACUUM ON/OFF/TOOLTRIGGEREDMODE
1. This Tool Triggered Vacuum comes with an On/Off/Tool Triggered dust-proof
toggle switch (A) Fig.13. To turn the vacuum On, press the toggle switch
upwards. To turn the vacuum Off, press the toggle switch to the middle position.
To activate the tool triggered feature, press the toggle switch downwards.
VARIABLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
1. This Tool Triggered Vacuum comes with a variable speed dial (B) Fig.13 which
controls the speed of the motor, which in turn increases or decreases the
suction capacity of the vacuum.
2. Turn variable speed dial clockwise to increase suction capacity, or turn
counterclockwise to decrease suction capacity.
TOOL TRIGGERED FUNCTION- 120V POWERTOOL & AIRTOOL SYNCHRO
Note: This Tool Triggered Vacuum comes with two methods of automatically
turning on the vacuum when a tool is activated. The following instructions describe
the 120V Power Tool Triggered Synchro function and the Air Tool Triggered Syn-
chro function.
120V POWERTOOL TRIGGERED SYNCHRO- 3 STAGEDRYFILTRATION
This function can only be used for 3 Stage Dry Filtration. To use the 120V Power
Tool Triggered Synchro function:
1. Set-up the vacuum for 3 Stage Dry Filtration as described in the section “WHEN
VACUUMING DRY MATERIALS (3 STAGE DRY FILTRATION)” Figures 4-9.
2. Select the power tool to use, then using the supplied hose or other fittings necessary to connecting the dust collection port of the power tool
to the flexible hose of the vacuum.
WARNING! The maximum permissible power tool amperage is 5A. The available amperage rating is determined by the speed of the
motor. The maximum amperage rating will be less than 5A if operated at full speed. If the power tool trips the circuit, reduce the speed
of the motor using the variable speed dial and try again.
3. Connect the power tool power cord (A) Fig.14 into the 120V socket (B) as shown.
4. Press the toggle switch (A) Fig.13 downwards to the Tool Triggered position. The vacuum will not turn on, the vacuum goes into standby mode
until the power tool is activated.
5. Turn power tool On, the vacuum will automatically start. Turn the power tool Off, the vacuum will automatically stop after a few seconds to
clear the debris from the hose.
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION
FIGURE12
FIGURE13
FIGURE14
OPERATION
TOOL TRIGGERED FUNCTION- 120V POWERTOOL & AIRTOOL SYNCHRO
AIRTOOL TRIGGERED SYNCHRO- 3 STAGEDRYFILTRATION
This function can only be used for 3 Stage Dry Filtration. To use the Air Tool Trig-
gered Synchro function:
1. Set-up the vacuum for 3 Stage Dry Filtration as described in the section “WHEN
VACUUMING DRY MATERIALS (3 STAGE DRY FILTRATION)” Figures 4-9.
2. Select the air tool to use, then using the supplied hose or other fittings
necessary to connecting the dust collection port of the air tool to the flexible
hose of the vacuum.
3. Connect an air hose to your air compressor, connect the other end of the air
hose (A) Fig.15 as shown. The air hose must have a quick connect fitting,
connect the quick connect fitting to the 1/4” NPT air inlet as shown.
4. Connect another air hose to your air tool, connect the other end of the air hose
(B) Fig.15 as shown. The air hose must have a 1/4” NPT air inlet, connect this
fitting to the quick connect fitting (C) as shown.
5. Press the toggle switch (A) Fig.13 downwards to the Tool Triggered position.
The vacuum will not turn on, the vacuum goes into standby mode until the air
tool is activated.
6. Activate the air tool, the vacuum will automatically start. Deactivate the air tool,
the vacuum will automatically stop after a few seconds to clear the debris from
the hose.
AIRBLOWER & MANUAL SELF-CLEAN (REVERSEAIR) FUNCTION
This Tool Triggered Vacuum can be used as a blower. To use the blower function:
1. This vacuum comes with a air outlet (A) Fig.16 which can be used as a blower.
Simply insert the flexible hose (B) into the air outlet and turn it clockwise until it
locks. The hose can now be used as a blower.
This Tool Triggered Vacuum also comes with a convenient reverse air manual
self-clean feature which cleans the installed filter. After a period of time, the filter
may become very dirty and the suction capacity may be reduced, using the manual
self-clean feature will clean the filter and improve the suction capacity. To use the
manual self-clean function:
1. With the flexible hose installed in the front inlet or the top inlet, and the vacuum
turned on, position the end on the hose (A) Fig.17 onto the depress button (B).
Press down and release, repeat step 3-5 times.
WATER LEVEL SELF-STOP (WHEN VACUUMING WET MATERIALS)
This Tool Triggered Vacuum comes with a convenient water level self-stop feature. When vacuuming wet materials, once the tank water level
reaches the maximum permissible amount the vacuum will automatically stop.
When this happens, the tank must be emptied of its dirty water. Turn the vacuum Off, empty tank and restart.
FIGURE15
FIGURE16
FIGURE17
WARNING! TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR PERSONAL INJURY MAKE
SURE THE VACUUM IS TURNED OFF AND HAS BEEN UNPLUGGED BEFORE
PERFORMING ANY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS.
Regular Maintenance
To ensure optimum performance and longer service life of your tool triggered
wet/dry vacuum, the following basic maintenance steps should be practiced
regularly:
1. Inspect the power cord and plug for damage before each use. Never operate the
tool triggered wet/dry vacuum with a damaged power cord or plug. To reduce the
risk of electric shock, unexpected start-up, and/or damage to the motor, replace
a damaged power cord or plug immediately.
2. Test the ON/OFF switch before each use. Never operate the tool triggered
wet/dry vacuum with a damaged/malfunctioning switch. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, unexpected start-up, and/or damage to the motor, replace a
damaged/malfunctioning switch immediately.
CLEANING
Cleaning filters
1. The HEPA and High Efficiency filters can be cleaned by passing compressed air
through the filter. Eventually no amount of cleaning will help and the filter will
need to be replaced.
Cleaning cloth dust bag
1. When the dust bag (A) Fig.18 gets close to being full it should be emptied and
cleaned.
2. Slide and remove the plastic retainer (B) Fig.18 from the dust bag and empty contents of dust bag.
3. Once empty the dust bag can be cleaned with warm water, it is recommended to turn dust bag inside out during the cleaning process. Let
dust bag dry before installing.
4. Reinstall the plastic retainer at the bottom of the dust bag, reinstall dust bag.
Cleaning tank
1. It is important to keep the inside of the tank clean between Wet vacuuming and Dry vacuuming operations. To empty tank, simply remove top
cover/motor assembly and tilt tank to empty water. Clean tank thoroughly.
Cleaning water connector pipe
1. During 3 Stage Dry Filtration, the white connector pipe (A) Fig.19 gets dirty and
will need periodic cleaning.
2. Unlatch the cover/motor assembly latches on both sides of the tank. Lift and place
the cover/motor assembly on its side.
3. Slide the connector pipe (A) off the housing and clean with clean water. Reinstall
connector pipe once cleaned.
STORAGE
Before storing vacuum:
Make sure the vacuum has been completely cleaned. Wrap the power cord (A)
Fig.20 around the power cord posts and lower handle as shown. Vacuum is ready
for storage.
MAINTENANCE
FIGURE18
FIGURE19
FIGURE20
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